Paddling

Chena River State Recreation Area. The recreation area has numerous well-marked river-access points. The area's lower sections are placid, but the section above the third bridge, at Mile 44.1, can be hazardous for inexperienced boaters. The Chena Hot Springs Road parallels the Chena River, and canoeists use several put-in points along the way. Fairbanks, Alaska.

Alaska Wilderness Enterprises. This company, in addition to multiday hunting expeditions, leads guided fishing tours and scenic float trips on the Chena River. Half-day and full-day options are available. When the temperatures drop, try your hand at ice fishing. 7445 Chena Hot Springs Rd., Fairbanks, Alaska, 99712. 907/488–7517; www.wildernessenterprises.com. From $150.